Award-winning designer Gert-Johan Coetzee unveiled two unique designs for the Hollywoodbets Durban July 2026 theme, Country Allure, tailored for fashion personalities Kefilwe Mabote and Lerato Kganyago. The couture pieces emphasize romance, innovation, and craftsmanship, presenting bold interpretations of country-inspired fashion.

IOL has highlighted five Cape Town museums worth visiting during Heritage Month, which South Africa marks each September. The recommended institutions cover a range of themes, including natural history, contemporary African art, the history of apartheid, medicine, and diamonds. The feature encourages readers to use the commemorative month as an opportunity to explore the city's cultural and historical attractions and learn more about the country's diverse heritage.

The Citizen's Picture Editors have curated a selection of the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world, showcasing significant events and moments captured through the lens over a 48-hour period.

The Citizen's Picture Editors have curated a selection of the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world, showcasing significant events and moments captured through the lens on June 24, 2026.

The Durban Fashion Fair will mark its 15th edition from 16 to 18 September 2026 at the Durban Exhibition Centre, according to IOL. The event will showcase work from 84 designers, among them 20 emerging talents drawn from the DFF Class of 2026 development programme. The fair, a long-running fixture on South Africa's fashion calendar, provides a platform for both established and up-and-coming designers to present their collections to industry buyers, media and the public.

At the 2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July, South Africa's prominent celebrities, including Jessica Nkosi, Moozlie, and Zozibini Tunzi, captured attention with their fashion choices, aligning with the event's 'Country Allure' theme. The occasion highlighted bold fashion statements and personal creativity, marking it as a significant event in the country's style calendar.